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Review: MSI B350M Gaming Pro with Ryzen 5 2400G

We review the MSI B350M Gaming Pro, with the release of Vega based desktop APUs (Raven Ridge) from AMD, it is interesting to peek at the low-cost b350 chipset based motherboard, in this review, we pair the €77,- / 69 USD MSI motherboard with a Ryzen 5 2400G and take it out for a spin.

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ROCCAT Hiro Gaming Pad

ROCCAT launched its new high-performance cloth gaming pad the ROCCAT Hiro - 3D Supremacy Surface Gaming Mousepad - the world's first mousepad to use an advanced new manufacturing process that creates smooth, rounded edges that won't ever fray, even after extended use. The patented build process creates an inseparable "power bond" between upper and lower surfaces, creating a mousepad of unrivaled durability. The Hiro also features an entirely new kind of gaming surface: an exclusive vulcanized silicone playing field, with a complex 3D structure, that delivers significantly increased gliding speed and control on both the x and y axis – offering the ultimate command capability during even the most demanding gaming.

Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 Coming Next Month

Microsoft Group Program Manager Rob Mauceri has today revealed that Internet Explorer 10 will be bringing its bells and whistles over to Windows 7 in mid-November. The catch is that the release planned for next month is (still) a preview as the Redmond company wants to "collect developer and customer feedback" before rolling out a final version. Internet Explorer 10 integrates Adobe Flash Player and comes with improved JavaScript performance, better HTML5 support, the Enhanced Protected Mode, plus other tweaks and fixes. IE10 can be experienced in full on Windows 8 which arrives on October 26.

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 650 Destroyer TSI

ZOTAC releases the GeForce GTX 650 Destroyer TSI. The budget card TSI model promises to be twin, silent, intelligent. The custom PCB based card has a relatively strong 3+1 phase design and comes nicely clocked at 1071 MHz with its memory at 5.00 GHz. Armed with 2 GB of memory it could be a nice and decent entry-level graphics card.

Steam Security Vulnerability Found when Using Certain Browsers

TGN reports that some browsers will execute the steam:// protocol without so much as a single prompt to the user. Chrome, IE, and Firefox will all at least provide prompts to the user, with Chrome providing some more detailed information as to what that URL is attempting to do. The problem can also be found in browsers such as Webkit, MaxThon, Avant, and LunaScape. The fact that some browsers will not give enough information is only part of the problem. The big issue here is that the Steam URL can be used to run games with potentially harmful command line parameters.

Tropico 4 Gold Edition Goes Gold

El Commendante - The Tropico 4 Gold Edition will release on November 13, 2012. Tropico 4 Gold Edition combines Tropico 4 and its expansion Tropico 4: Modern Times. The collection of city-building and simulation will be available for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. More info and screenshots after the break.

The Greatest R/C Car Chase Ever

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The Greatest R/C Car Chase Ever - Illegal street racers take on the law in the world's most intense police chase! on: 10/18/2012 05:38 AM | 5 comment(s) ]

Illegal street racers take on the law in the world's most intense police chase! Sort of. Special thanks to Rob and Big as well as the Need for Speed: Most Wanted team for making this video possible! The game comes out on 10/30, and it's made by Criterion, aka dudes who know what racing games are all about. Video after the break.

V-MODA Unveils Crossfade M-100 Metal

V-MODA announces the M-100 headphones designed by and for mobile music enthusiasts. V-MODA uniquely crowd-sourced the input of hundreds of audiophiles, journalists, producers and renowned DJs around the globe after news of M-100 first leaked online. Rather than abolishing the information, V-MODA embraced it and openly interacted on forums and social networks which ultimately transformed into a platform of crowdsourced product development.

Enermax Modular Triathlor FC PSU Series

Enermax releases their Modular Triathlor FC PSU Series. Modu82+ has been one of the most popular power supply series ever. End users from all around the globe appreciate this Enermax PSU because it focuses on the pure essentials of power supply: durable components, silent operation and stable performance. No wonder that Enermax could sell this series continuously from 2008 until today. But due to the technological progress, time has come to say goodbye to the Modu82+ and welcome the new llong runner from Enermax, the Triathlor FC.

Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire TK Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Cooler Master launches its CM Storm line. The QuickFire TK is a compact, steel-reinforced, fully backlit mechanical gaming Keyboard. While as compact and lightweight as the QuickFire Rapid, it features a complete NumPad block. So you have more deskspace for your mouse and can switch between Game mode and Numpad mode - no compromise.

Intel sub-20W Avoton Atom for micro-servers

Details about "Avoton", Intel's upcoming Atom processor for the company's upcoming "Edisonville" micro-server platform have surfaced on the web. Avoton is a 22nm processor with two to eight cores, backed by 1MB to 4MB of L2 cache memory. Power consumption will be under 20W. The cores will be designed to support out-of-order processing, correcting a longstanding limitation of Atom processors.

In Win BX141 gaming chassis

In Win will release a new gaming chassis called the BX141 with a $160 pricetag. This new full-tower case supports Micro-ATX, ATX and EATX motherboards, it measures 245mm x 562mm x 593mm (W x D x H) and weighs 10.9kg. It's available in gray (BX141G) and - sticking with the trend - it also ships in white (BX141W).

Microsoft Surface RT Prices start at $499

Microsoft accidentally leaked the price of its upcoming Surface RT tablets in the Microsoft Store. It seems Microsoft's partners will sleep on both ears as the pricing of these tablets is much higher than what was speculated this summer. The price of these ARM-based devices seems to target Apple's iPad, pricing starts at $499 for the entry-level model with 32GB flash memory, the edition with the touch-sensitive keyboard Touch Cover will cost you $599, and doubling the memory will add an extra $100.

Patriot Gauntlet 320 HDD with 802.11n WiFi and USB 3.0

Patriot Memory will intro the Gauntlet 320, a new portable 320GB HDD that features 802.11b/g/n WiFi as well as USB 3.0 connectivity. It's currently shipping in North America for $159, Europe will have to wait until January 2013.

Call of Duty: Black Ops II - Launch Trailer

Check out the Launch Trailer of the Official Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Video. Dive into the near-future world of 2025, unraveling a generation-spanning story that has led to a global conflict unlike ever before. Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 arrives 11.13.12. Video after the break